Bill · S. 3008· Senate(119-S-3008)
No Shari’a Act
- Introduced
- 10/15/2025
- Last activity
- 10/15/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Tommy Tuberville
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "No Shari'a Act," aims to prevent the application of Shari'a or any foreign law in United States courts when it violates constitutional rights. It establishes that United States courts must rely solely on Federal and State law. The Act specifically addresses judicial and arbitration cases where foreign laws might be invoked. It provides limitations on the enforcement of such laws in matters of contracts and family law. The Attorney General is tasked with issuing regulations and providing judicial education to ensure uniform application. The Act takes effect 180 days after it is enacted.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would women be better off under this?+3
The bill targets the protection of women from potential unequal treatment under foreign legal systems in family law.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+3
The act affirms that fundamental constitutional rights must be upheld in judicial and arbitration cases.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+3
The bill specifically seeks to safeguard rights for women who may face unequal treatment under foreign legal systems in family law matters.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Constitutional Rights: The bill prohibits courts from enforcing any judgment or arbitration decision that relies on foreign law if it violates the constitutional rights of a party (Section 5(a)).
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Safeguarding Family Matters: In areas such as marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, or inheritance, the Act prevents the application of foreign law that is inconsistent with fundamental rights or public policy (Section 5(c)).
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Ensuring Legal Certainty: The Act intends to provide clarity and certainty regarding the application of constitutional protections across all jurisdictions (Section 3(b)).
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Protection of Vulnerable Populations: The bill seeks to safeguard rights in cases involving women, children, and vulnerable populations who might face unequal treatment under foreign legal systems (Section 2(3)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Limitations on Contractual Freedom: While contract provisions choosing foreign law are generally valid, they can be voided if enforcement results in a violation of constitutional rights (Section 5(b)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+3Good For Children+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Due Process+3Increases Federal Power+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+3Improves Racial Equity+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+2
- 10/15/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
John CornynRepublican · Texas